If you could pick the hood, standard Sport style, Rubicon or Mojave?

[Trippin01]

I think I'll add some louvers to my Sport hood, I can't seem to get a clear consensus which is the favorite from this thread.

but no black, all red

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[Jonny A]

I think I'll add some louvers to my Sport hood, I can't seem to get a clear consensus which is the favorite from this thread.

What ever is your favorite, is the best for you. I always liked the Rubicon one.

 

[IamWardicus]

Sport hood (I just *want* a Mojave... maybe after the lease is up on the sport s)

 

[dfwxjer]

Same, this is my living room:

I have 9 other planted tanks through the house and my back room at work. I like wood grips on my 1911s, and the plastic bumpers on my Gladiator are one of the only major changes I'll make. It's just a feel thing. By the way, if you ever want any cuttings, let me know. I have some pretty rare aquarium plants.

I understand and agree with the sentiment but for someone keen on appearance I would think you would take the time to properly route the TV wires through the wall.


I love the Mojave hood. I don't care that the scoop isn't functional and I am okay with that because the whole thing is created as one piece from the factory. That's how I differentiate it from the fake stick on scoops the ricer crowd uses. That said, I do plan to make it functional at some point.

 

[RavensEyeOffroad]

Looks -- > Mojave
Function potential ----> Rubicon

 

[RodRecket]

I like the clean, simple, no frill lines of the Sport hood. I've tried to build my truck like that too with subtle mods and a clean look

 

[ShadowsPapa]

I understand and agree with the sentiment but for someone keen on appearance I would think you would take the time to properly route the TV wires through the wall.


I love the Mojave hood. I don't care that the scoop isn't functional and I am okay with that because the whole thing is created as one piece from the factory. That's how I differentiate it from the fake stick on scoops the ricer crowd uses. That said, I do plan to make it functional at some point.

TV on outside wall with dense insulation and vapor barrier - I'd have to open up the wall to get wires through. How do I know? I've tried. I've wired houses and commercial buildings and this house is the most difficult I've seen to fish wires through. But the guy I bought from was a contractor, he built it for himself. Anyone who has ever worked on it cusses and swears because if 4 nails would have held something, he used 7. Floor joists - 12" centers.

 

[dfwxjer]

TV on outside wall with dense insulation and vapor barrier - I'd have to open up the wall to get wires through. How do I know? I've tried. I've wired houses and commercial buildings and this house is the most difficult I've seen to fish wires through. But the guy I bought from was a contractor, he built it for himself. Anyone who has ever worked on it cusses and swears because if 4 nails would have held something, he used 7. Floor joists - 12" centers.

Haha understood and hopefully it came across as tongue in cheek.

 

[Jaxmax]

Mojave, can be made functional but more importantly “Steel is Real” no acorn or hickory nut dents from living in the woods , my 2017 F-250 company truck and wifes 2019 JL both have dents. Plus I like the looks I get when people see it on the road , cause they all think it is just for high speed desert running!…..Jack

 

[ShadowsPapa]

Haha understood and hopefully it came across as tongue in cheek.

Yes, I knew you were ribbing him - but my wife would have not been kidding, she'd have nailed him for those wires. She really watches when I install anything with wires!

 

[OldButStillJeeping]

I understand and agree with the sentiment but for someone keen on appearance I would think you would take the time to properly route the TV wires through the wall.


I love the Mojave hood. I don't care that the scoop isn't functional and I am okay with that because the whole thing is created as one piece from the factory. That's how I differentiate it from the fake stick on scoops the ricer crowd uses. That said, I do plan to make it functional at some point.

30 years ago, I installed alarm systems as a professional. Hiding wires was a skill I acquired. They'd call me out to projects in San Marino, Hollywood, Malibu. Outside walls are tough. But one can simply notch the drywall or sheetrock, and imbed the wires. Paste/spackle the drywall, sand and resand the crap out of it, and repaint.

Did it lots of times. If the customer has the bread, make it happen.

The caveat is:. Alarm wires are low voltage. A/C wires is a different legal and safe animal. You'd be better off hiring a certified electrician and have an outlet placed behind the TV. Along with a Cat 5 and whatever you need for internet access.

 

[ShadowsPapa]

30 years ago, I installed alarm systems as a professional. Hiding wires was a skill I acquired. They'd call me out to projects in San Marino, Hollywood, Malibu. Outside walls are tough. But one can simply notch the drywall or sheetrock, and imbed the wires. Paste/spackle the drywall, sand and resand the crap out of it, and repaint.

I don't know what sort of wall finishes are used out there, but here, they are often textured, and trying to match a texture done years ago - NOT easy.

 

[OldButStillJeeping]

I don't know what sort of wall finishes are used out there, but here, they are often textured, and trying to match a texture done years ago - NOT easy.

True. Definitely.

The big money had deep wallets. Because labor time gets pricey. They just don't want to see wires, or being able to notice the hidden ones. Some homes were lathe and plaster. Now, that was work.

Bottom line; If it were my house, I hide wire in the wall 100 percent.
Especially if it keeps the wife happy.

 

[Forum Crawler]

Rubicon and not because I have one. I dislike fake nonfunctional hood scopes more then I dislike fake vents.

THIS

 

[OldButStillJeeping]

Btw, as for the OP. I do love my Mojave's hood. It is visually appealing.

But if I were to crawl my JT hard, and lift it and go with 37's to 40's, the Mojave hood does limit visibility.

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